Tejas Talekar
About Tejas Talekar
Tejas Talekar is a Project Engineer currently employed at DPR Construction in Atlanta, Georgia. He has a background in civil engineering and construction, with experience from various companies including Turner Construction Company and Shapoorji Pallonji.
Work at DPR Construction
Tejas Talekar has been employed at DPR Construction as a Project Engineer since 2023. His role involves overseeing project execution and ensuring adherence to established schedules and budgets. Based in Atlanta, Georgia, he applies his engineering expertise to manage various aspects of construction projects, focusing on efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
Previous Experience at Turner Construction Company
Prior to his current position, Tejas Talekar worked as a Summer Intern at Turner Construction Company for seven months in 2022. During his internship in Atlanta, Georgia, he gained practical experience in project management and construction processes, contributing to his professional development in the engineering field.
Background in Engineering Internships
Tejas Talekar has a diverse background in engineering internships. He served as an Engineer Intern at Capacit'e Infraprojects Limited for one month in 2018 and as a Project Engineer at Shapoorji Pallonji - Engineering & Construction for six months in 2021, both in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. Additionally, he interned at Shreeji Micro Pile for three months in 2020, further enhancing his practical skills in construction execution.
Education and Expertise
Tejas Talekar holds a Bachelor of Technology (BTech) in Civil Engineering from Sardar Patel College of Engineering, where he studied from 2016 to 2020. He further advanced his education by obtaining a Master of Science (MS) in Construction Engineering from the Georgia Institute of Technology, completing his studies in 2022. His academic background supports his professional focus on metrics, risk identification, and cost optimization.
Interests in Project Management
Tejas Talekar has a keen interest in studying metrics to identify risks and opportunity indicators within construction projects. He aims to maintain projects within established schedule and cost tolerances. His focus on cost optimization and value engineering reflects his commitment to enhancing project efficiency through analytical approaches.